Antique Paper Box with Scarf
- Paper cardboard box has “FINE KNITTED MUFFLER NO. 502, SIZE 15, COLOR BLACK” printed on the side.
- Box top has a black and white illustration of a lady in Edwardian garb, apparently rendered by artist Archie Gunn.
- Box bottom has a condition of sale text section, including the patents for June 9, 1908, and July 5, 1910.
- The original knitted muffler has apparently been replaced with a black, silk scarf.
- The box is 4.6 inch x 5.75 inch x 1 inch.
- The scarf is about 20 inch x 21 inch.
- This item is likely a predecessor of the Phoenix Muffler, which had a similar box style.
This antique box is in good condition. The box top has discoloration, but the illustration is still clear. The box bottom has some light wear.
The scarf is in good condition, with slight vintage wear.
This is a nice display for a retro bedroom, clothing store, tailor shop, museum, or historical tourism business.